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In the backyard of the Qian Mansion, Qiao Er paced anxiously. As dawn approached and the master of the house was likely to awaken at any moment, she couldn't help but worry about Nangong Shuang, who had yet to return.
"Qiao Er, who are you waiting for?" A gentle voice came from behind, startling Qiao Er so much that she nearly jumped.
Turning around, she saw Nangong Shuang dressed in coarse cloth!
"Sister!" Qiao Er exclaimed, both surprised and delighted. She quickly pulled Nangong Shuang into her small room, closed the door and windows, and couldn't help but complain, "Where have you been? I was so worried! Last night, news came that the Guo Residence was robbed, and there were flames shooting into the sky. I thought..."
"I'm fine," Nangong Shuang reassured her, briefly explaining the dangers of the previous night. "I can't stay long now, but I need your help with something."
"Just say the word, Sister! Qiao Er will go through fire and water for you!" Qiao Er declared earnestly.
Nangong Shuang smiled slightly and took out a piece of paper from her pocket. "Help me deliver a letter to Madam Qian. Just tell her that I'm safe at the Guo Residence and that she shouldn't worry. Then, I need you to find a way to come to the Guo Residence."
Qiao Er's eyes sparkled as she quickly understood Nangong Shuang's intentions. "Don't worry, Sister! I have my ways." She paused for a moment and said mysteriously, "In fact, I've been prepared for this; I was just waiting for your command!"
As she spoke, she retrieved a small wooden box from under her bed and opened it to show Nangong Shuang. "These are various disguise materials I've collected. They can change your appearance and shape—your own mother wouldn't recognize you!"
Nangong Shuang looked at the finely crafted tools and paints in the box with surprise. "You know how to use disguise techniques?"
Qiao Er proudly lifted her chin. "This is my special skill! If it weren't for this talent back then, I would have long been caught by human traffickers." A fleeting shadow crossed her eyes before she brightened again. "Don't worry, Sister! In no more than three days, Qiao Er will definitely reach the Guo Residence to see you!"
Nangong Shuang nodded appreciatively and quickly briefed her on some important matters before hastily leaving the Qian Mansion, making it back to the outskirts of the city before the morning bell rang.
She deliberately dirtied her clothes and tousled her hair to feign a disheveled appearance as if she had been out all night in fear. Stumbling towards the Guo Residence, she found its gates tightly shut and heavily guarded—there were twice as many guards as usual.
"It's Nangong Shuang!" one of the guards exclaimed in surprise, prompting immediate notification. Before long, Guo Chunyi rushed over with several maids and servants.
"Sister Shuang!" Guo Chunyi cried with red eyes as she rushed forward to embrace Nangong Shuang tightly. "Where have you been? Last night assassins broke in; we searched for you everywhere and thought you..."
Nangong Shuang feigned a look of terror and trembled as she spoke. "Last night assassins broke into my room; I was terrified and had no choice but to escape through the window. Little did I know there were people chasing me outside; I hid in the back mountain until dawn before daring to come out..."
"Thank goodness you're safe!" Guo Chunyi hugged her tightly with concern. "Father was frantic; he ordered a search all night for your whereabouts. Come on, I'll take you to see Father."
Nangong Shuang remained vigilant in her heart but outwardly expressed gratitude as Guo Chunyi helped her inside.
Lord Guo was in his study reviewing documents when he heard that Nangong Shuang had returned. He immediately set down his pen and walked out briskly. Observing his expression closely, Nangong Shuang noted that while Lord Guo's face showed deep concern, there was an imperceptible shadow lurking in his eyes.
"Nangong Shuang has finally returned; my heart has finally settled," Lord Guo said with a bow, his voice filled with genuine concern. "Last night assassins invaded our residence; I worried greatly for your safety and ordered people to search everywhere for you but found no trace—truly distressing."
Nangong Shuang performed a deep bow. "Thank you for your concern, my lord. It was rude of me to flee in such panic; I hope you can forgive me."
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